Security Systems
Firmware Release Letter
BVIP Firmware 5.51
Version: 01.00
Table of Contents
1.
Introduction
2
1.1
1.2
1.3
2
2
2
Disclaimer of Warranty
Purpose
Scope
2.
About This Service Pack Release
2
3.
Hardware Changes
2
4.
Software Changes
3
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
3
3
4
4
Using BVC
Using Intelligent Tracking
Firmware Enhancements
Defects Resolved
5.
Feature Restrictions
4
6.
Uploading Firmware
5
Release Notes 01.00
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Firmware Release Letter
1. Introduction
1.1 Disclaimer of Warranty
Bosch Security Systems, Inc. makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or
with respect to anything in this document, and shall not be liable for any implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special or consequential damages.
1.2 Purpose
The purpose of the Firmware Release Letter document is to communicate major new features and changes
in this release of the BVIP Firmware 5.51.0045. It also documents component compatibility, workarounds,
and any feature restrictions.
1.3 Scope
This document describes the BVIP Firmware 5.51 which includes the following components:
Component
Version
Applicable Products
arm_app1.fw
5.51.0045
AutoDome 700
AutoDome 800
AutoDome Junior PTZ HD
AutoDome Junior Fixed HD
AutoDome Easy II IP
AutoDome VG4 Series IP
2. About This Service Pack Release
This is an Engineering Release of the firmware components identified section 1.3.
3. Hardware Changes
None.
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4. Software Changes
This section identifies enhancements and defect resolutions provided in BVIP firmware version 5.51.
4.1 Using BVC
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Prior to using BVC with an AutoDome camera with BVIP 5.51, it is recommended to perform a fresh
install (uninstall older version of BVC and Configuration Manager). If BVC 1.3.837 is installed over a
previous installation, there are integration issues with the VG5 AutoDome 800.
BVC 1.3.837 displays streaming video from a VG5 800 Series, but does not recognize the camera as a
PTZ device.
4.2 Using Intelligent Tracking
The AutoDome 700 Series IP PTZ camera with BVIP Firmware 5.51 utilizes the built-in Intelligent Video
Analytics (IVA) to continuously follow an individual or an object. The AutoDome uses objects detected by
IVA in a stationary position to activate the Intelligent Tracking feature. Intelligent Tracking controls the
pan/tilt/zoom actions of the camera to keep the selected object in the scene.
Known Behaviors
 When the AUX 78 ON/OFF command is issued to activate/deactivate Intelligent Tracking, The AUX
78 ON command selects last known Intelligent Tracking mode (either Auto or Click). If the last userselected mode for Intelligent Tracking is Click, and a user issues the AUX 78 OFF command to
deactivate Intelligent Tracking, all subsequent AUX 78 ON commands will activate Intelligent
Tracking in the Click mode.
 Intelligent Tracking remains in the IDLE state while the camera is moving due to a user action (for
example, initiating AutoPan).
 IVA deactivates Intelligent Tracking on presets configured with Motion+ or IVA 5.5 Flow.
 When switching between the Auto and Click modes, allow for a transition time as the camera switches
algorithms.
Known Limitations:
 The Click mode works only on the Livepage view. BVC 1.3.837 does not support the Intelligent
Tracking Click mode. Support for the Click feature is planned for the BVC 1.4 release.
 Once Intelligent Tracking loses a tracked target and enters the IDLE state, Intelligent Tracking will not
react to any other motion in the field of view. The feature requires a user action or an Inactivity Mode
setting to recover from the IDLE state.
o
Workaround: Pair Intelligent Tracking with an Inactivity Mode setting (for example, moving
to a preset) to automatically recover from the IDLE state.
 Motion from moving leaves/branches that present a persistent fixed motion cause Intelligent Tracking
to track the motion of the leaves and branches. Once the Intelligent Tracker locks onto this type of
movement it cannot break from the ACTIVE state unless the motion stops or a user issues a manual
action.
o
Workaround: Cover persistent fixed motion with a privacy mask to mitigate false tracking.
 Intelligent Tracking may track two (or more) closely spaced moving elements (for example, two or
more people) as a single motion object. When the path of the individuals begin to diverge creating two
or more separate motion objects, Intelligent Tracking will follow one object at random.
o
Workaround: Use the Click option to select the desired object you want to track.
 While the camera is in active Night Mode, Intelligent Tracking exhibits a “hang” after motion is lost.
The camera appears to be fixed in place. The camera may remain in place for extended periods of time
(hours have been observed) until some other event occurs.
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Intermittent loss of tracking has been observed. While in the ACTIVE state Intelligent Tracking may
suddenly divert to the opposite direction of the tracked motion (the motion track appears to take the
shape of a small hook). Motion is then lost and Intelligent Tracking enters the IDLE state. There is no
known cause or workaround.
4.3 Firmware Enhancements
The following ENHANCEMENTS have been resolved for this delivery.
Change
Request
Description
Added Intelligent Tracking capability to VG5 700 Series cameras.
4.4 Defects Resolved
The following DEFECTS have been resolved for this delivery.
Change
Request
IMC00003834
IMC00003888
IMC00003900
IMC00003149
IMC00004002
Description
Corrects PTZ inactivity time during VCA configuration.
Corrects playback functionality when a recording has a preset (VG5 700).
Addresses the invalid shutter speed (1/10) (for VG5 800 and AutoDome Junior HD
cameras).
Corrects issue with repeating continuous playback commands.
Adds ability to change Frame Format (AutoDome Junior HD)
5. System Requirements
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Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0 or higher
Oracle Java Virtual Machine 1.6.0_26
DirectX 9.0c
MPEG-ActiveX 5.30.0014 or newer
Configuration Manager 4.33.0023 or newer
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6. Feature Restrictions
None.
7. Uploading Firmware
Refer to the VG5 Series Firmware Update Manual, available on the Bosch Security Systems Web site.
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